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Lirae Journey
by Lirae Journey
Discusses the journeys of Black women in various contexts, and serves as a digital sister circle, which is a support group for and by Black women. We create community and conversation with the aim of us thriving. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lirae-journey/support
Episodes
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411. Prioritizing Mental Health Over Career with Sierra McKissick | SEASON WRAPPED EPISODE
Dr. Sherella Cupid and Sierra McKissick discussed the conclusion of Season 4 of the Lirae Journey podcast, which focused on transitions in the lives of Black women. Sherella reflected on her postdoctoral journey, emphasizing the importance of journaling and self-reflection. She highlighted her...
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410. Love in Transition: Social Support and the Humanity of Black Women with Daliah Ouedraogo
In this episode, Daliah Ouedraogo, a first-year doctoral student at Howard University, discussed her collegiate experiences and research interests, with a focus on transitions and community building. She also explored the importance of mentors, socialization, and personal growth during graduate...
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409. Love In Transition: Navigating Uncertainty with Ngeri Nnachi, J.D., M.P.P.L.
In this episode, Sherella and Ngeri discussed their personal journeys and transitions, with Ngeri sharing her experiences of job loss, career uncertainty, and the importance of community and sisterhood. They also explored the challenges of navigating life and society, the impact of societal...
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408. Love In Transition: Rest and Resilience with Dr. Arcia Stokes
In this episode, Dr. Arcia Stokes discussed her current season of life, titled "Trust," and shared the origin story of her organization, Black Girl Walking Club (BGWC). She emphasizes the importance of finding rest and community, particularly for black women. The conversation also touched on the...
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407. Love In Transition: Wellness Mindset with Chantel Bomar
In this episodes, Chantel Bomar shared her experiences with transitions in life, emphasizing the importance of wellness, self-love, and living life to the fullest. She discussed her career journey in healthcare technology and the significance of sisterhood and intergenerational conversations…
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406. Love In Transition: Self-Acceptance in Fitness with RaGina McKissick
Dr. Sherella Cupid and RaGina McKissick discussed the importance of consistency, patience, and self-love in health and wellness journeys, with a focus on supporting women during pregnancy and postpartum recovery. They also explored the societal pressures and expectations surrounding body image…
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405. Planting Seeds in Black Women's Health with Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell
Dr. Sherella Cupid and Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell discussed the prevalence of uterine fibroids among Black women, the importance of community and knowledge sharing among Black women, and the need for early wellness investments and prioritizing one's health. Dr. Gillispie-Bell shared her journey...
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404. Love In Transition: Authenticity and Cultural Identity with Dr. Inte'a DeShields
In this episode, Sherella and Dr. Inte’a Deshields discussed the theme of the season, focusing on conversations about life transitions, including motherhood, career shifts, and lifestyle changes. Dr. DeShields shared her perspective on the theme, describing her current season of life as one of...
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403. Love In Transition: Contextualizing Medical Information for Peace with Shelly Washington
In this episode, Shelly Washington, a financial literacy teacher and poet, shared her experiences and insights on motherhood, transitions, and balancing work and family life. She emphasized the importance of contextualizing medical information, finding a safe space and trusted individuals in a...
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402. Love in Transition: Maternity Care and Community Organizing with Dr. Tamisha J. Ponder
Dr. Sherella Cupid and Dr. Tamisha J. Ponder discussed the theme of transitions in their lives. Dr. Ponder shared her experiences adjusting to various transitions, including motherhood, career changes, grief, and relationships. They also discussed the importance of community support, self-love…
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401. Love In Transition: Feminine Healing, Birth Work, and the Power of Community with Keshara
Birthing Ourselves Anew: Transitions, Intuition & the Power of Community Sherella and Keshara discussed transitions, unlearning societal conditioning, and reconnecting with one's true essence and purpose. They also explored Keshara's journey as a birth doula, the importance of community and…
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312. Love In: Reflection + Season Recap with Sierra McKissick
In this meeting, Sherella and Sierra, the CEO of the McKissick Podcast Network, discussed their journey and the importance of community and love. They reminisced about their first meeting at a conference and how their friendship has grown over the years. Sierra shared her passion for writing and...
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311. Love In: Relational Dysfunction with Drs. Kyle Brooks and Edwin Lee
Drs. Kyle Brooks and Edwin Lee, co-hosts of the podcast, Black Men Unlearning, joined Dr. Sherella Cupid for a crossover episode, together they discussed the theme of love, its various meanings and experiences, and the challenges of balancing work and personal life. They emphasized the importance...
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310. Love In: Marriage and Intrapersonal Affairs with Dr. Daya Thrasher and Cristina Perez
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid talks with Dr. Shawndaya Thrasher and Cristina Perez to discuss self-love, communication, and the ongoing process of defining love in relationships. They also detail the importance of personal growth, self-care, and understanding oneself before entering into...
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309. Love In: Healing Solutions with Dr. Michelle C. Sermon
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid and Dr. Michelle C. Sermon discussed the themes of love, self-care, and community, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, communication, and understanding in relationships. They also addressed societal issues, particularly in the Black community, and the...
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308. Love In: Stages of Freedom with PJ Pierre-Jerome and Dr. Michelle Taylor
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid, PJ Pierre-Jerome, and Dr. Michelle Taylor discuss their seasons, the importance of continuous learning, and the evolution of their perspectives on love, freedom, and self. The conversation also touched upon the intergenerational dynamics within their families...
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307. Love In: Self-Discovery and Artivism with Dr. Shawntay Stocks
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid welcomes Dr. Shawntay Stocks. Dr. Shawntay shares her experiences, beliefs, and practices related to love, self-care, and art, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational dialogue and learning. She also discusses her journey as a writer and her current…
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306. Love In: Loud Healing with Dr. Asha Winfield
In this episode, Dr. Asha Winfield and Dr. Sherella Cupid discuss the importance of mutual support, authenticity, and vulnerability in building meaningful relationships. They also shared their personal journeys of unlearning unhealthy behaviors around love and health, and the significance of...
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305. Love In: Expressions of Grace and Joy with Dr. Anglesia Brown
In this episode, Dr. Anglesia Brown and Dr. Sherella Cupid discussed the importance of self-care, emotional expression, and personal boundaries in achieving inner peace, especially in the face of societal and academic pressures. They also explored the concept of love as an active force…
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304. Love In: Sacred Spaces with Dr. Teairra Evans
In this episode, psychologist Dr. Teairra Evans joins Dr. Sherella Cupid to explore expressions of love within various sacred spaces. She discusses her research and calls for single people to enjoy being present with people who honor their presence. About Sista Teairra... Dr. Teairra Evans is a...
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303. Love In: Partnering with Yourself with Renee and Kourtney
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid discusses generational love practices and simple ways to better love ourselves with Renee Lucas and Kourtney Janeau. Meet Sista Renee... Renee Lucas is a strategic communication professional with over five years of experience in the field, specializing in…
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302. Love In: Good Times with Dr. Tahira Chloe Mahdi
In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid and Dr. Tahira Chloe Mahdi discuss learning to embrace feeling safe in good times and understanding love in community requires good expressions of support. Dr. Tahira Chloe Mahdi is a community psychologist, author, and screenwriter who has also been an...
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301. Love In: Loving Boundaries with Dr. Latasha Eley Kelly
In this episode, Dr. Sherella and Dr. Tasha discuss setting personal and relational boundaries and the importance of self-acceptance. Dr. Latasha N. Eley Kelly (Dr. Tasha) is The Millennial Black Professor®: an educator, wellbeing advocate, and amplifier of Black stories. She specializes in...
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204. “Chucked All the Roles Out the Window” (Video)
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome back to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella and guests, Dr. Tammy Henderson, Dr. Tahira Mahdi, Dr. Michelle Sermon, and Kim Scott continue the conversation on, “To and From, Black women on healing, wellness and care.” Be sure to subscribe…
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205. “I am Enough”
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome back to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella and guests, Dawn Mega and Shar C. Smith conclude the conversation on, “To and From, Black women on healing, wellness and care.” Be sure to subscribe, share, and rate wherever you’re listening to this...
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204. “Chucked All the Roles Out the Window”
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome back to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella and guests, Dr. Tammy Henderson, Dr. Tahira Mahdi, Dr. Michelle Sermon, and Kim Scott continue the conversation on, “To and From, Black women on healing, wellness and care.” Be sure to subscribe…
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203. "Giving From an Empty Cup”
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome back to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella and guests, Dr. Jennifer Bacon, an associate professor, Dr. Shelitha Campbell, a director and CEO, Dr. Shanna L. Smith, an assistant professor, continue the conversation on, “To and From, Black women…
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202. “Take up Space & Don’t Apologize”
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome back to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts, Hannah and Sherella and guests, Esker-D Ligon, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Jasmine Bryd, an investment writer, Dr. Marcia E. Canton, a professor emeritus, and Sierra McKissick, a behavioral and...
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201. “I’m Tired & Not a Strong Black Woman Today”
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Season 2! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with Alicia “Ali” Crooks, a holistic entrepreneur and LaMonica Taylor, a family consultant and nanny, on the theme, “To and From, Black women on healing, wellness and care.” They share how as…
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110. Season Reflections & Forthcoming Growth
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 10! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella went Instagram Live! We review season 1, share more of our origin story, and preview season 2. Special thanks to our season 1 guests, who are inspiring business owners, for sharing their journeys, advice...
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109. Evolving an Empire of Being
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 9! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with their guest, LaKeisha, founder of Fearless Dance Empire, a holistic dance program fully committed to teaching the art and discipline of dance, while encouraging all students to strive for their...
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108. Curating with Purpose & Vision
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 8! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with their guest, Sierra, founder, podcaster, and CEO of McKissick Health & Wellness, a digital education company that specializes in addressing behavioral and spiritual health. She discusses how she...
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107. Designing with Sistahood
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 7! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with their guest, Ngeri, a self-taught fashion designer of Ankara apparel and home accessories. She shares how her desire to create what did not exist led to her business, Designs by Ngeri, and how...
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106. Plant Therapy in Your Home
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 6! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with their guest, Whitney, a plant shop business owner and entrepreneur, about the mental health benefits of caring for plants. She discusses how her love of plants led her to take a risk moving and...
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105. Organic Plant-Based Healing & Wellness
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 5! In this episode, co-hosts Hannah and Sherella talk with their guest, Nena business owner of Nena’s Organics. She shares how common health conditions led her to create a plant-based business in 2017. Now as she’s expanding her boutiques & services in...
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104. Emerging as an Eclectic Creative
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 4! In this episode co-hosts, Hannah and Sherella, talk with their guest, Tiffany, owner of CreationsxCharlie, a store with Hand-Drawn Designs; Personalized Gifts, and T-shirts. She shares how your circle, and friends help her in expanding and exploring…
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103. Spreading Love with Wax and Hair & Dressing in LAStyle
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 3! In this episode co-hosts, Hannah and Sherella, talk with their guests. Brittney, a licensed cosmetologist and owner of SilkedLV and SilkedWax, and LA, a celebrity and wardrobe stylist and owner of LetLAStyleYou and Dripped by LA. Brittney and LA…
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102. Creating a Sustainable Lifestyle & Eco-Driven Fashion
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to Episode 2, Creating a Sustainable Lifestyle & Eco-Driven Fashion! In this episode co-hosts, Hannah and Sherella, talk with their guest Terrica, the CEO, Founder, and President of Lately.Life, which is a sustainable lifestyle brand. She shares her journey on...
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101. Welcome to our Sister Circle
Hey Sistas & Supporters, welcome to our podcast! Here we, Hannah and Sherella, discuss the journeys of Black women in various contexts. In serving as a digital sister circle, a support group for and by Black women, we are creating community and conversation with the aim of us thriving. For season...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Discusses the journeys of Black women in various contexts, and serves as a digital sister circle, which is a support group for and by Black women. We create community and conversation with the aim of us thriving. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lirae-journey/support
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